2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DBS | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 53 L |
